Pujol, CDMX, **

I’ll admit, with the reviews of Pujol the last few years I didn’t have high expectations. In addition, I slowed down in eating at fine dining places because I don’t enjoy it as much as I used to, especially when I travel. But I had to try Pujol due to how iconic the restaurant was and it’s been on my list for a long time.

Overall, I really enjoyed my meal here.

The starters, especially the corn with ants were amazing. 5/5

Salad with tostada pairing was also really good and I loved how the tostada was spicy with fresh tuna on top.

4/5

Shimp with mole… amazing. The mole was filled with flavor and the shrimp was juicy and big… pause. 4/5

Chicken… this was the biggest miss for me. I didn’t get the wagyu because honestly I’m sick of it and I’ve had it so many times. The chicken was dry and hard to swallow. 2/5

Famous mole… 4/5. Very interesting and a staple of Pujole. The darker mole had so much complexity and flavor. I was full by then so I ate it without the tortilla.

Guava desert – 5/5 – THIS was the BEST desert I’ve ever had at a Michelin restaurant so far. Creamy, soft, and not too sweet. A bit of tart from the fruit on top as well. I destroyed this desert in less than 30 seconds. Presentation was meh but the taste…. Unbelievable.

Overall, I’d give Pujol a solid 4/5. I’ve been to several Michelin restaurants around the world, but no where near the amount that people in this sub have. I’m also a pretty simple to please when it comes to food so I’m sure my standards are lower than most. I still love my fast food and cheap eats.

I still have Kitchen Table, Chefs table Brooklyn Fare, and Zero Conplex Seoul as my current 3 favorite Michelin restaurant. But Pujol would be #5.